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Birria Grilled Cheese

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๐Ÿง€ Enjoy the indulgent richness of Birria Grilled Cheese, combining savory slow-cooked beef with melted mozzarella and queso fresco.
๐Ÿ”ฅ This flavorful sandwich offers a satisfying blend of tender meat and crispy, buttery bread, perfect for a comforting meal.

  • Total Time: 10 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 10 servings

Ingredients

– 1 tablespoon olive oil

– 3 pounds chuck roast

– 1 tablespoon beef bouillon powder or 1 bouillon cube

– 1 can (28 ounces) red enchilada sauce

– 1/2 cup unsalted butter (1 stick / 113 g), divided

– 20 slices thick bread

– 1 medium white onion, finely diced, divided

– 2 1/2 cups queso fresco, divided

– 2 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided

– 2 teaspoons chopped cilantro, divided

Instructions

1-Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the 3 pounds chuck roast on all sides for 3-5 minutes each until browned.

2-Transfer the seared beef to a slow cooker. Add 1 tablespoon beef bouillon powder or 1 bouillon cube and 1 can (28 ounces) red enchilada sauce over the beef.

3-Cover and slow cook on low for 10 hours or until the meat is very tender and easy to shred.

4-Remove the roast and shred it using two forks. Stir the shredded beef back into the cooking juices.

5-To assemble the grilled cheese, preheat a skillet over medium-high heat.

6-Butter one side of each bread slice using the divided 1/2 cup unsalted butter. Place the buttered side down in the skillet, then add 1/2 cup shredded beef, 1 tablespoon diced white onion, 1/4 cup queso fresco, 1/4 cup mozzarella cheese, and a sprinkle of the divided 2 teaspoons chopped cilantro. Top with another slice of bread, buttered side up.

7-Cook over medium-low heat for 5-7 minutes until golden, then flip and cook for another 5-7 minutes until the cheese melts and the bread is toasted.

8-Remove with a spatula and serve with leftover beef juices for dipping.

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Notes

๐Ÿฅฉ Searing the beef intensifies flavor but can be skipped to save time.
๐ŸŒถ๏ธ Add cayenne or chipotle peppers to the slow cooker for a spicier sandwich.
โ„๏ธ Prepare shredded beef in advance; refrigerate up to 5 days or freeze for 3 months.

  • Author: Brandi Oshea
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook time: 10 hours
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Slow cooking, Grilling
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 sandwich
  • Calories: 703